Q: Should I be concerned about my dog’s bad odour? A: There is a skin condition in dogs that can cause them to smell bad. This skin condition is called seborrhoea. There are two forms of this disease: the oily form and the dry form. Most dogs get a combination of the two forms. The […]
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Let’s have some fun for a change and look at the brighter side of life – dogs! We love dogs so much, so let’s see if you knew these facts about them? Expensive pet Remember Butkus, the large dog who starred as Rocky’s pet in the movie of the same name? Butkus was Stallone’s pet
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Many pet owners today refer to their animals as their children, but sometimes this picture changes when a human child gets added to the family. The arrival of a baby drastically changes the family dynamics, and this can definitely affect the pets, as their lives will also most likely change. But it is possible to
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Whether you groom your dog yourself or get the professionals to do it is a personal choice. Either way, proper grooming is an important part of being a responsible pet owner. The frequency of grooming depends on the breed’s coat requirements – while dogs like Poodles have to be groomed often, other dogs like Labrador
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Your dog receives so much love and attention from you, and he enjoys your company. In return, he gives you loyalty and unconditional love. But there are a few things your dog wants you to know. So, let’s hear what he has to say… 1. Educational toys I love it that you give me toys
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Most of us have incredibly busy lives. And while this makes it easy to sometimes neglect our dogs’ needs – albeit unintentionally – we need to make a point of including these things in our schedules. It might seem harmless to not always keep up with your pet’s grooming schedule, but making the effort to
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When it is our own dog barking for hours on end, we can do something about it. But when it is the neighbour’s dog driving you up the wall, it may become a little trickier. Shouting over the fence to keep quiet or do something about it is definitely not how to handle the situation.
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Winter tends to force families inside the house, under a cosy blanket and next to the fireplace. With hot chocolate in the one hand and the other hand on your dog, you realise that both of you need to be active, but you lack the motivation. Certain parts of South Africa experience colder winter temperatures
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We all know how it feels to get the flu virus and how irritating the constant coughing can be. The same goes for our beloved pets, and there are various reasons why animals cough. Rather consult a veterinarian to ensure that your pet is fine than ignoring a persistent cough. Make a note of the
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You and Fido tried other doggy activities, but the two of you just found it too exhausting, besides that fact that we can’t even leave our homes during lockdown. Now you want to try something more relaxed. Why don’t you try doggy yoga? Although doggy yoga is a somewhat new craze, it will most probably
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Are you, like many other loving pet parents, worried that your pet will suffer being alone all day once you go back to work after the lockdown has ended? You’ve spent so much time with him, playing games or just ‘chillaxing’ at home. Behaviourist Samantha Walpole shares some post-lockdown tips to make the transition easier.
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Although your dog probably loves having you at home all day, it’s still important to keep to some form of routine during lockdown. Dogs are creatures of habit and, just as routines are important to children and adults for mental wellness, they are also important for our dogs. Being at home for an extended amount
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